Manager, Government Relations & Community Affairs
About The Position
This is a high-impact, visible role combining government relations, community organizing, and digital advocacy. As the Manager, Government Relations & Community Affairs, you will help influence housing policy while strengthening relationships across municipal and provincial government. You will also play a key role in shaping public narrative by leveraging both traditional media and social platforms to amplify important housing and development issues. This is a newly created position with strong long-term growth potential and the opportunity to build a meaningful advocacy platform backed by an active and respected developer.
Requirements
- 5–8 years of experience in areas such as:
- Government relations or public affairs
- Political advisory roles (municipal or provincial)
- Housing or civic nonprofit advocacy
- Policy communications or digital advocacy
- Trade associations or public policy consulting
- Understanding of Toronto municipal government and Ontario provincial policy
- Strong communication skills across media and digital platforms
- Ability to translate policy issues into clear public narratives
- Interest in housing, infrastructure, and urban development issues
- Entrepreneurial mindset and comfort helping build a new function
Responsibilities
- Government Engagement
- Build relationships with elected officials, senior political staff, and policy advisors
- Monitor and track policy developments affecting housing and development
- Support municipal and provincial advocacy efforts
- Community & Coalition Building
- Work with nonprofits, BIAs, civic groups, and industry organizations
- Organize discussions, roundtables, and collaborative initiatives around housing solutions
- Help align community stakeholders around responsible development
- Public Narrative & Digital Advocacy
- Help shape conversations around housing and development policy
- Leverage social media platforms to amplify advocacy initiatives
- Support media engagement and public commentary
- Help position development as a community-focused solution
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
